Leeds Rhinos hammered Hull KR 34-8 at Headingley, moving two points clear atop Super League. Maika Sivo crossed twice to reach 27 tries this season, extending his scoring streak to nine straight games. Chris Hankinson, Jake Connor, and Ash Handley also touched down as the Rhinos recorded a fifth consecutive victory.

The win came in Leeds' annual MND Awareness fixture honoring Rob Burrow, who died last year aged 41. Hull KR arrived depleted — Dean Hadley failed a head injury assessment after a sickening clash with Tom Amone, while Joe Burgess and Sam Luckley were already sidelined. The champions committed 13-14 errors and surrendered possession (30% to Leeds' 60%), a disparity that proved fatal.

Brad Arthur praised his side's bravery in the collision but acknowledged "dumb things" needing improvement. Willie Peters, departing for Papua New Guinea Chiefs after this season with Nathan Cayless confirmed as successor, expressed pride in his team's intent despite the scoreline. Leeds' statement win follows last week's 34-6 dismantling of Warrington.

The Rhinos now sit two points clear with momentum building toward the playoffs.